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#3 | March 2026

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Chebeague Island Council Calendar March 2026 Issue #3

If we are lucky…March will be In like a lamb, out like a lamb… Welcome Spring! About the Calendar The Calendar is published monthly by the Chebeague Island Council. It is available on-line at Chebeague Island News (www.chebeague.org) or www. chebeagueislandcalendar.com and delivered to every active mail box on the island. The Calendar welcomes submissions from its readers, including letters and thank you notes, but it cannot publish anything that is political in nature, libelous, or obscene. All submissions should include the author’s name and contact information. Without exception, the deadline for submissions is noon on the 20 th day of the month preceding publication. Submissions and ad copy may be mailed (247 South Road), left at the Council office (on 247 South Road) or emailed (chebeagueislandcouncil@gmail.com) and sent as attachments (.doc; no pdfs) or included in the body of the text. Images and photographs should be sent in a .jpg, .jpeg, or .rtf format. Please do not use the old email address at as this is an inactive account. As a courtesy and space permitting, island nonprofits are given up to a free half page each month to publish their news. Any such submissions exceeding a half page will be charged at the usual rate. All submissions become the property of the Chebeague Island Council, which reserves the right to edit them for length and clarity. Submissions that are not time sensitive may be held until there is enough space to publish them. Additional information about submissions is available at www.chebeagueislandcalendar.com. Advertising rates are as follows: full page, $80, ½ page, $40; ¼ page, $20; 4-line classified, $10; 6 to 8 line classified, $15. Each submission should include the intended publication date, size wanted, and the number of months the ad should run. All ads must be paid for at the time of submission.

Contents Chebeague Island Library

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Island Commons

Notes From the Council

CTC News

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The Recompense Fund

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Chebeague Community Church 10 Chebeague Island Historical Society 11 Chebeague Island Recreation Center 13 March Calendar 14 Publisher Chebeague Island Council Board Members Lola Armstrong, Christine Auffant, Deb Hall, Denise Hamilton, Tricia Haines, Sarah Hopkins, Diane Pigula, Ann Thaxter & Deb Weis Contact Us Email: chebeagueislandcouncil@gmail.com

The deadline for submissions for the April issue is noon on March 20.

School House seconds Will be accepting donations in June. Don’t forget to save your treasures. Any unsaleable (torn, stained) clothes or bedding can go to the transfer station’s apparel impact bin.

Phone: 207-846-4988 Mail: 247 South Road

Chebeague Island, ME 04017

Graphic Design Sharkey Graphic Solutions www.sharkeygraphicsolutions.com Printing Cyber Copy www.cybercopyme.com

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The Wellness Center Peggy Akers RN will be at the Wellness Center on Wednesday, March 11 th from 9-11:30am for Blood draws, Blood pressure checks, Wellness checks, PT/INR testing, Tick checks, and Health Information. The Wellness Center will be closed Wednesday March 25 th .

Coveside Physical Therapy, LLC BY YOUR SIDE EVERY STEP OF THE WAY! Phone: (508) 735-7507 Fax: (207) 846-1696 covesidephysicaltherapyllc@gmail.com https://covesidephysicaltherapy-llc.com/

Elizabeth Doughty, PT, DPT, GCS, CDP is a physical therapist who provides in-home physical therapy services right to your home.Whether you have just received a total joint replacement, concerned about falls and want to improve your balance, or having increased pain in a specific joint or muscle and wish to become a stronger, Elizabeth is able to assist by coming right to your home. By evaluating and working together, a specific plan of care will be established to meet your individual goals. She received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Ithaca College and is Board Certified Geriatric Specialist and is a Certified Dementia Practitioner. Most insurances accepted, including Medicare. Please feel free to inquire using the email or phone number above. Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions! Fuel & Medication Assistance

The Foot Doctor

Dr. Rybka will be at the on Wellness Center on Wednesday, March 11,

9:00 to 11:30 a.m. Call 829-6463 for an appointment.

Please call Lola Armstrong at 420-0608 if you need help with fuel or medication assistance. All requests are confidential.

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Island Commons

132 Littlefield Road Chebeague Island, Maine 04017 www.islandcommons.com

Administrator, Amy Rich 207-846-5610 amy.rich@islandcommons.com

I am proud to serve this island community year-round, offering insight that comesfrom living it, every day. From first showings to final closings, I am ready to help with any of your realestate needs, on island or off!

Sandra “Sam” Birkett

sambirkett.realtor www.broadreachmaine.com

(207)504-6716

samonanisland@gmail.com

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SOUP ON! Come every Wednesday and join your friends and neighbors for soup, biscuits, dessert, conversation, laughter, and an island news update! 12-Noon at the Hall

Notes From The Council

It’s March! Although it might still be cold and windy, Daylight Savings begins on March 8. St. Patrick’s Day lands on March 17 with the world famous Chebeague Island parade and Corned Beef and Cabbage will be prepared for Wednesday soup on March 18. The Council has been organizing the upcoming Spring Health Fair scheduled for April 11. Please mark your calendars to attend the health screenings, which will be conducted by the marvelous USM nursing students. The Council and Island Commons have teamed up to bring Amy Angelo, Program Manager for the Alzheimer’s Association of Maine, to the Island Hall on Thursday, April 16 at 11:00am. She will present the latest findings, diagnostic tools, and resources for families navigating dementia. Stay warm and keep in touch.

Your Goals, Our Mission: Achieving Real Estate Success Together

When it comes to selling your home, working with local experts who have a proven

track record of success makes all the difference.

Contact us for a confidential, no-obligation market analysis of your home.

We d e honored to help you achieve your real estate goals .

The Leonard Thompson Federle Team Your Island + Mainland Specialists Jane Leonard 207.831.9951 Karen Thompson 207.329.6729 Jodi Federle 207.215.4006 email: ltf@portsidereg.com office: 207.619.7571

417 US Rte 1, Falmouth ME

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March 2026 Newsletter Chebeague Transportation Company

CTC took delivery of Bus Two in February. While the bus is new to us, it was purchased used, allowing us to significantly reduce costs while still providing a comfortable and reliable ride. The bus offers more legroom than our other buses, along with ample rear space for freight. Purchasing a high quality used vehicle helps us manage expenses responsibly and keep transportation costs as low as possible for the community.

Tom Roth (The Seaweed Guy) Tom joined CTC as a part-time captain in March 2024 and quickly proved to be a great fit. A true jack-of-all-trades, Tom also operates a seaweed business called Vitamin Sea, which produces everything from seasonings to pet supplements. His maritime experience includes work on commercial fishing and towing vessels.

2026 Route One Parking Stickers Now is the time to purchase your 2026 Route One parking sticker. Please call the office to purchase your sticker— we’re happy to mail it to you so it’s on your vehicle before you arrive for the season. If you arrive at the lot without a sticker attached or without having purchased one, you will be required to pay the daily parking rate. Any daily fees paid will be credited toward the cost of your annual sticker. We look forward to seeing you soon!

This winter, Tom was promoted to full-time status, and we couldn’t be more excited to have him in this expanded role!

Cousins Island Parking Payment Due March 31 For customers who purchased a Cousins Island parking sticker using the payment plan, the remaining balance is due by March 31, 2026. Timely payment is required in order to remain eligible for the payment plan in future years.

Updated CTC Office Hours Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 9am– 3:30pm Wednesday: 9am–12:30pm (Closed Fridays)

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CHEBEAGUE TRANSPORTATION COMPANY - MARCH SCHEDULE

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Application time! All Chebeague Island nonprofits are invited to apply for 2026 grants from The Recompense Fund. Grant guide lines will be available at: https://www.recompensefund.com/ In 2025, Recompense distributed $89,580 to nine island nonprofits, and two $500 grants for teacher appreciation week and to the Whalers. The larger grants went to: The Chebeague Cumberland Land Trust ($7,911) to support restoration of Indian Point Chebeague Community Church ($7,776) for the music program Chebeague Island Historical

Society ($9,740) for environmental controls Chebeague Island Commons ($15,269) to defray employees’ transportation costs Chebeague Recreation Center ($7,699) toward the pool’s heat exchanger Chebeague Transportation Company ($8,411) toward repairs to the barge engine Kids’ Place ($10,086) for heat pumps Chebeague Island Library ($9,971) to update the nonfiction collection Stephen Ross Foundation ($11,703) for island students’ higher education scholarships The Recompense Fund deeply appreciates the ongoing support of our donors.

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*Renovations & New Construction *Restorative Quality Painting Quality Comes First!

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CHEBEAGUE COMMUNITY CHURCH

March 2026

CHURCH & COMMUNITY EVENTS

Mar 8th, 15th, & 22nd - Gathering at 10am in the Parish House Mar 1st - 1st Sunday Communion & Afterglow at 10am in the Parish House Mar 29th - Palm Sunday at 10am in the Parish House WEEKLY - Ladies Aid - Thursdays 11am-2pm All are Welcome. Bring your own lunch. WEEKLY - Whalers Practice - Tuesdays 7pm in the Parish House.

Join us for a Potluck 5pm (shareable BYOB) in Parish House and Concert with Stone Soup & Friends at 6:15 pm in the Sanctuary. CCC/CRC Spring Equinox Potluck & Pop Up Concert March 21 st CCC/CRC Collaborations Coming in April Appetizers & Discussion “ New Approaches to Ecological Problems: Using Tech to combat Ticks & Brown Tail Moth” with Dr. Winslow Robinson Jam ALong at the Parish House

We are looking for a part time administrative assistant and bookkeeper with strong organizational and communication skills. Priority given to local islanders. To apply, please send resume and cover letter to chebeague.church@gmail.com. CCC is Hiring!

Join us Sunday mornings at 10am in the Parish House. Come as you are — our doors are always open. Visit our website for the Zoom link, winter advisories, church leadership meetings and updated events.

Annual Meeting 2026

Join us for Easter Sunrise Gathering on April 5th at 6:05 am at East End Point and Celebrating Holy Week Mar 29th - Palm Sunday, Parish House Apr 2th - Maundy Thursday, Sanctuary Apr 3th - Good Friday Gathering, Sanctuary Apr 5th - Easter Sunday, Sanctuary

CCC Dove Award: Shelly Rice

Easter Sunday Gathering in the Sanctuary at 10 am In Memoriam

All community members are invited to memorilize loved ones with flowers or a donation by Saturday, April 4th at Noon.

Please email your information to church.chebeague@gmail.com

CCC Leadership Retreat Luncheon

To be added to our prayer list or if you or someone you know is in need of pastoral care, please reach out to Victor Diaz: 207-846-4106 or chaplain.chebeague@gmail.com.

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4 th Of July Parade Planning The days are getting longer, the sun is a little brighter, the snow is starting to melt – It Is Time To Think About the 4 th of July!! We are looking for a theme for this 250 th Celebration of our Nation’s independence. Please send your ideas to the Chebeagueislandcouncil@gmail.com. The winning idea will be in the May Calendar.

The Chebeague Island Council and Island Commons are hosting a presentation by Amy Angelo of the Alzheimer’s Association of Maine Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia Thursday, April 16 at 11:00 am Community Hall

Can you help the Fire/Rescue Department this summer? This summer, a per diem EMT will require housing 1-2 nights per week to assist our island rescue team. We are looking at a range of possibilities… a rental cottage, an ADU, or a private room. Please contact Chief Ralph Munroe at (207) 712-3827 or Denise Hamilton (207) 383-6107 to discuss.

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Saturday 3/7, 4-6 pm - Presidents’ Houses Art Show, History presentation and Trivia Game with Jerry Wiles! $10 registration Saturday 3/14, 1-4 pm -Cribbage Tournament - $10 registration. Prizes! Friday 3/20, 1-3 pm - Crafternoon: Tide Clocks with Eliza Jane Adams - Pre-register on website or call by 3/16 - $10 members, $20 non members* Saturday 3/21, 5-8:00 pm - Vernal Equinox Potluck Celebration with Stone Soup and Friends Concert @ the Parish House; BYOB + something to share concert will be at church after potluck about 6:15 - Free to all Sledding/skating events - check website*

Ongoing Programs:

Personal training w/Bill by appt; sliding scale fees Teen Center Fridays 7-9pm. Pick-up pickleball games: Wed & Fri 5-7pm, Sun 3-5p Mahjong: Wednesdays @ 1:30p Beginners come learn at 1pm! Yoga: Tues & Fri days 12-12:45 YouTube Pilates: Mondays 12N (no class 3/16) Movement and Balance Class: Tuesdays and Fridays at 11 am Renew your membership with door code, email updates, special discounts & member events SAVE THE DATES: JULY 4 RACES & PICNIC T H AUGUST 16 - THE FROLIC T H

Above, Caitlin takes excited young skiiers to Lost Valley; Below the polar plungers brave 33 degree water

Summer Camp registration is now OPEN! Members get discounted camps so don’t

forget to buy your membership! Kids Place has slots & camps!

*WWW.CHEBEAGUERECREATION.ORG 382 NORTH RD, CHEBEAGUE ISLAND, ME 04017 207-846-5068 CHEBEAGUERECREATION@GMAIL.COM

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MARCH 2026 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 9 10 11 12 13 7 Ladies Aid 11am Parish House 14 5 6 Soup Lunch 12 Hall Soup Lunch 12 noon Hall Teen Time - Library Mahjong 1:30pm CRC Pickleball 5-7pm - CRC Story Time 10:30 Library Poetry for the People 3pm at the Library Art & History Trivia 4-6 pm CRC Balance Class 11am Balance Class 11am CRC Yoga 12-12:45pm CRC Pickleball 5-7pm - CRC Teen Center 7-9pm CRC Balance Class 11am CRC Yoga 12-12:45pm CRC You Tube Pilates 12 Noon CRC You Tube Pilates 12 Noon CRC If you would like your event listed on this Calendar please email the Council at Chebeagueislandcouncil@gmail.com by the 20 th of the month. 16 17 18 23 24 25 19 20 26 27 Ladies Aid 11am Parish House Ladies Aid 11am Parish House Book Club 7pm Library 21 28 Story Time 10:30 Library Cribbage Tourny 1 pm CRC Story Time 10:30 Library Potluck & Concert 5-8pm @ CCC Story Time 10:30 Library Soup Lunch 12 noon Hall Mahjong 1:30pm CRC Pickleball 5-7pm - CRC Ladies Aid 11am Parish House St. Patrick’s Day Chebeague Island Parade Balance Class 11am CRC Yoga 12-12:45pm CRC Soup Lunch 12 noon Hall Mahjong 1:30pm CRC Pickleball 5-7pm - CRC Peggy Akers, RN @ Wellnes Center 9-11:30am Foot Doctor @ Welllness Center 9-11:30am Mahjong 1:30pm CRC Pickleball 5-7pm - CRC First Day of Spring Balance Class 11am CRC Yoga 12-12:45pm CRC Crafts 1pm CRC Pickleball 5-7pm - CRC Teen Center 7-9pm CRC Yoga 12-12:45pm CRC Shamrock Shindig 4:30-6:30pm at the Commons Pickleball 5-7pm - CRC Teen Center 7-9pm CRC Balance Class 11am CRC Yoga 12-12:45pm CRC Pickleball 5-7pm - CRC Teen Center 7-9pm CRC Balance Class 11am CRC Yoga 12-12:45pm CRC Balance Class 11am CRC Yoga 12-12:45pm CRC You Tube Pilates 12 Noon CRC

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